A few documents that you do not want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them within everyone's reach? Many reasons can justify the urge to hide files on your phone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to secure your mobile phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone can have access to it. This is why you will need to find the best way to hide files on your Vivo Y16 . First of all we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Vivo Y16 . And then we will find out how to hide the files of your Vivo Y16 with an application .
Hide files on your Vivo Y16 manually
If you want to hide files on your Vivo Y16 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual procedure that we will now discuss is the one you need.
With file manager you have on your Vivo Y16, you have the option to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be visible on your phone. However, don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Vivo Y16
- Select the file or folder that you want to hide.
- Click the "More" button (the three vertical dots) to select "Rename".
- Add a point just before the name of the file or folder.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok To validate the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Vivo Y16. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Vivo Y16 with a specific application
The solution you have just seen is simple and quick, however it does not allow you to secure your files. Indeed, anyone knowing this practice can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Vivo Y16, the best solution will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.
In case you want hide an application on your Vivo Y16, discover all the solutions today.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Vivo Y16. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it will allow you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption procedure for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, the application is not accessible in the list of applications of the user, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being interrogated by your relatives.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your Vivo Y16. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Vivo Y16 sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient in hiding the files of your Vivo Y16 by securing them with a password or fingerprint authentication. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application will allow for example to create a private cloud where you can put your valuable documents, files, videos and photos for later viewing. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this option is only available with the Premium offer.
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